Sr| Accountant

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Qualifications
The ideal candidate has prior work experience in audit/public accounting and possesses strong working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP)
The ideal candidate also possesses strong Excel and analytical skills, is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA designation
Proven experience as a Senior Accountant in audit/public accounting
Strong knowledge of financial concepts and accounting principles
Familiarity with US GAAP and other regulatory reporting requirements
Ability to research current accounting guidelines and recommend appropriate accounting and reporting treatment
Experience in general ledger accounting and accounts payable processes
Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Responsibilities
The Senior Accountant will report directly to and work alongside the Chief Financial Officer
The Senior Accountant's responsibilities will include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other reporting duties as assigned
Assist with financial reporting including preparing and analyzing the quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements)
Perform general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, monthly accrual entries, maintaining accounting schedules, and account reconciliations
Prepare monthly credit card and bank reconciliations
Review and approve customer invoices generated by project managers
Create ad hoc specialized invoices, as required
Prepare remote bank deposits
Set ACH, print checks, and set-up intercompany transfers
Create, track, and pay reoccurring charges (e.g., rent charges)
Support the annual audit process and liaise with the external auditors
Ensure compliance with accounting principles and standards, including assessing technical requirements for any new or complex transactions
Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities to support financial planning
Provide financial analysis and support to management for decision-making purposes including Board reporting
Assist with the preparation of regulatory reports and filing (e.g., quarterly bank reporting)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
Stay updated on industry trends and changes in accounting regulations
Job description
Knight Commercial, a leading PE-backed property restoration company based in Dallas, Texas, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee general accounting operations. The Senior Accountant will report directly to and work alongside the Chief Financial Officer. Knight has experienced exceptional growth and is actively looking to expand its finance and accounting team.

The ideal candidate has prior work experience in audit/public accounting and possesses strong working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP). The ideal candidate also possesses strong Excel and analytical skills, is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

The Senior Accountant's responsibilities will include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other reporting duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with financial reporting including preparing and analyzing the quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements)
• Perform general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, monthly accrual entries, maintaining accounting schedules, and account reconciliations
• Prepare monthly credit card and bank reconciliations
• Review and approve customer invoices generated by project managers
• Create ad hoc specialized invoices, as required
• Prepare remote bank deposits
• Set ACH, print checks, and set-up intercompany transfers
• Create, track, and pay reoccurring charges (e.g., rent charges)
• Support the annual audit process and liaise with the external auditors
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and standards, including assessing technical requirements for any new or complex transactions
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities to support financial planning
• Provide financial analysis and support to management for decision-making purposes including Board reporting
• Assist with the preparation of regulatory reports and filing (e.g., quarterly bank reporting)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Stay updated on industry trends and changes in accounting regulations

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA designation
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant in audit/public accounting
• Strong knowledge of financial concepts and accounting principles
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP); experience with Sage Intaact a plus
• Familiarity with US GAAP and other regulatory reporting requirements
• Ability to research current accounting guidelines and recommend appropriate accounting and reporting treatment
• Experience in general ledger accounting and accounts payable processes
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience in restoration and/or construction sectors also a plus